Japanese cuisine is most often associated with complex and artistic dishes like sushi or ramen that take years of training and hours of preparation to completely master, but that’s not always the case. There are some elements of Japanese food that are simple enough to make at home, but are just as delicious and appealing. One such example is the classic, Japanese Egg Sando.
The Japanese egg sandwich has its origins in the 19th century, when tea houses in Japan began offering Western-style sandwiches. Over time, Japanese chefs adapted these by incorporating local ingredients and flavours, leading to a unique culinary fusion.
The classic Japanese egg sandwich typically features a creamy egg salad made with boiled eggs, Japanese mayonnaise, and seasonings like soy sauce and rice vinegar, all served between slices of crustless white bread. With the additional element of Britannia The Laughing Cow Cream Cheese, these sandwiches make the perfect addition to your breakfast or snack menu.
Japanese-Style Cheese And Egg Sandwich – Serves 2
Prep time: 15 mins, Cooking time: 10 mins
The Japanese Cheese Egg Sando is a delicious fusion of soft, fluffy bread filled with a creamy egg salad and a touch of cream cheese.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredients |
| 4 slices | Soft white bread (crusts removed) |
| 4 | Large eggs |
| 100 g | Britannia The Laughing Cow Cream Cheese |
| 2 tbsp | Mayonnaise, preferably egg-yolk based |
| 1 tsp | Dijon mustard |
| 1/2 tsp | Sugar |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/8 tsp | White pepper |
| 1 tbsp | Butter (optional, for toasting) |
Method:
- Place 4 large eggs in a saucepan of water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and cook for 8 minutes. Cool the eggs in ice water and peel.
- Mash the boiled eggs with a fork or potato masher in a bowl until chunky.
- Mix the Britannia The Laughing Cow Cream Cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and white pepper into the mashed eggs. Stir until well combined and creamy.
- Lay 2 slices of soft white bread on a clean surface. Spread the egg mixture evenly onto the bread.
- Place the remaining slices of bread on top of the filling to complete the sandwich.
- If desired, lightly butter the outside of each sandwich and toast on a skillet over medium heat until golden and crispy.
- Cut the sandwich diagonally into halves and serve immediately for best taste.